“We have the best of the best and we have more artists getting in contact with us at the moment”.

He said Rarotonga provides a unique environment for business and young people shouldn’t be too scared to take a step forward and make use of their talents and skills in new business ventures.

Success just has to do with paying taxes on time and working hard, Peyroux says.

“One day you will wake up and time won’t be on your side anymore. You need to grab that opportunity.”

The shop has been in the making for six months and it now provides a beautiful view. The ventilation makes it a comfortable place to shop and and it stands out as it features bits and pieces from his parents’ old shop.

“I designed everything from the ground to the roof, I was given the opportunity to start from scratch and so we got it started and we finally got the end result.”

Peyroux said his success is due in part to his four-year-old son and girlfriend who have supported him with the project.

“It was worth the risk. Dad started the business when he was 23 and I am about to turn 23 too. My girlfriend and son are my inspiration.”

Girlfriend Maheata Caffery, 21, said Peyroux had been working hard for the past six months, and had made a lot of sacrifices for his young family.

“Now that all this is over, we are just focused on the business as we are finally spending time together.